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The Greenwood Memorial Pool is Gardner is OPEN! Seasonal Reopening of Greenwood Memorial Pool Following repairs which delayed the opening of the pool by over 10 days, The Greenwood Outdoor Memorial Pool in Gardner, MA, has officially commenced its seasonal operations, providing community access seven days a week. The facilityContinue Reading

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Hotline on the 4th – An Iconic Episode of Gardner’s Hit Radio Show on July 4, 2026 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Steve Wendell updated the audience that the investigation is ongoing into the Urban Terrorists who sabotaged the radio station on 2 occasions andContinue Reading

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Update: 7-6-26: Gardner Magazine has been informed that the hours of the Gardner Food Truck Festival this year are Noon to 5pm. We apologize for the error in the hours quoted when article was first published. CLICK ON ANY IMAGE for a larger view. North Central MA Gets Ready forContinue Reading

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The First Gardner Finance Committee Meeting of Fiscal Year 2027 The City of Gardner MA Finance Committee met on July 1, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key discussions included proposed ordinances for financial transparency, the ratification of a new City Clerk’s salary step, and theContinue Reading

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Fire Heavily Damages Gardner MA Buddhist Center A fire at the Buddhist Center at 20 Lakewood Terrace in Gardner on June 30, 2026 caused extensive damage and the occupants are not able to return to the building. Gardner Magazine received this information from Gardner Fire Chief Greg Lagoy: “The fireContinue Reading

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Essential Infrastructure and Ongoing Maintenance Focus of Golf Commission Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Discussed was essential infrastructure updates and ongoing maintenance at the local course. A major focus of the meeting was the restoration of the irrigation system, which is now operating at full capacityContinue Reading

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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has announced Cooling Centers for Gardner. Contact your local town for resources in your community. Cooling Centers Activated – Greater Gardner MA Expecting HEAT From Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson: “Due to the predicted heatwave, I have activated the City’s cooling centers from Wednesday, July 1, 2026Continue Reading

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Gardner MA – June 2026 News Gardner is currently characterized by a struggle over project transparency and a series of major public safety successes that highlight the city’s role as a regional healthcare and enforcement hub. Infrastructure Friction and Budget Inflation The Gardner High School locker room project has becomeContinue Reading

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View additional details in the infographics below and in the Complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. Heywood Healthcare School-Based Services Named 2026 Outstanding Community Health Worker Program of the Year The Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW) has recognized Heywood Healthcare’s School-Based Services program as the 2026 Outstanding Community HealthContinue Reading

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Safe Relationships – What Every College Student Should Know The Gardner Police Department has posted about an event coming up: “Safe Relationships: What Every College Student Should Know. A free info session for college-bound students and their parents on recognizing red flags, setting boundaries, and staying safe in relationships. Thursday,Continue Reading

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In one of the most impactful shows of the year, WGAW Hotline Radio covers local happenings and regional issues On Saturday June 27, 2026, listeners to WGAW Hotline Radio were treated to a fast-paced program of consequential segments. Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. WGAW’s HotlineContinue Reading

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It’s the 241st Birthday of the City of Gardner MA Gardner was officially a town on June 27, 1785 which makes June 27, 2026 its 241st birthday. Gardner was formed by land donated by Winchendon, Westminster, Ashburnham, and Templeton which is why the letters WWAT are shown in the CityContinue Reading

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A Comprehensive Update on Summer Community Events and Municipal Services from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY. Mayor Michael Nicholson of Gardner provides a comprehensive update regarding summer community events and local municipal services for the upcoming months. The presentation highlights the reopeningContinue Reading

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For more information about programs at the library, visit their website, CLICK HERE. Levi Heywood Memorial Library Kicks off Summer Reading Program From the library: “What an INCREDIBLE Night! WOW! Thank you to over 500 people who came out last night for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party! The energy, theContinue Reading

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Conservation Commission: Property Compliance, Ecological Restoration Efforts, Cease and Desist, Delayed Culvert Repairs. North Central Pathway Timeline, and Agent Resignation. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Local officials and environmental consultants reviewed several ongoing property compliance cases. Representatives for sites on Nicole Terrace, Brookside Drive, andContinue Reading

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Gardner City Council Passes FY27 Budget with Numerous Reductions AUDIO of meeting presented here has the silence of the recess periods edited out. That’s is why the length differs considerably from the video which will be presented on the City’s YouTube channel. Listen to the entire meeting on any device.Continue Reading

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Editorial: Rogue Facebook Group Strikes Again That Rogue Gardner Facebook Group is at it again with misinformation. The original “Was Pelavin’s Election Legal?” article is still here. I’ll give them a little grace, maybe they missed it because we put up a rather lengthy Weekly Briefing, or maybe their computerContinue Reading

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Update 6-22-26 11:48am – No response to email has been received. Update 6-22-26. Council President George Tyros contacted us before the City Council meeting. From Council President George Tyros: “This is an obvious question and as it turned out, Atty. Pelavin had already contacted the state ethics commission before applyingContinue Reading

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Updates – Commentaries – Bears – Town Events – Father’s Day – Universities on WGAW Hotline Radio Listen to the entire show of June 20, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke of the Monument Park Concert series kicking off tonight (June 20th). Greenwood Pool needsContinue Reading

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Greater Gardner Relay for Life Close to Goal The Greater Gardner Relay for Life is close to its goal of $170,000 for 2026 with total raised as of June 19th of $145,103.90. For more information and to donate visit RelayForLifeGG.org, CLICK HERE. Upcoming Event: “Mark your calendars for Saturday, JuneContinue Reading

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Municipal Infrastructure, Frozen Pipes, Burst Water Meters, and Undetected Leaks Discussed by Public Service Committee The Gardner Public Service Committee met on June 18, 2026.to address municipal infrastructure and resident requests. Local property owners presented petitions for water and sewer bill abatements caused by issues like frozen pipes, burst waterContinue Reading